How to Say "shag" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “shag” is “polvo” — B2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishB2
NounB2slang
UK slang
Examples
Dicen que él siempre va a las discotecas para echar un polvo.
They say he always goes to the clubs to hook up (have quick sex).
¿Conseguiste el polvo que querías?
Did you get the hookup you wanted?
Formality Trap
Mistake: “Usando la frase 'echar un polvo' en un contexto formal o de negocios.”
Correction: This phrase is vulgar slang. Use words like *tener relaciones sexuales* or *hacer el amor* if you need to be professional or formal.
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